Hey all,
This week feels very “creative Dublin” — loads of hands-on events, art talks, markets, photography, makeup, music and even a family cycle through the city.
There’s a good spread of indoor and outdoor stuff too, which is ideal considering Irish weather likes to make its own plans.
A few of these are the kind of events you’d normally never hear about unless someone sent them to you directly — which is exactly why this newsletter exists.
Let’s get into it.
What’s On This Week
Singing Day at Richmond Barracks
Art on Fire – Hakuda Photo Studio
The9to5Face for Makeup Lovers
HLG Offsite: Basic Talks – Pathos
Outdoor Walking Tour: Poetry in Motion
The Savour Series: Picnic in the Park
Transcendence Collage Demonstration
FACERE Craft Market & Fun Fair
Pedal Party Family Fun Cycle
Singing Day at Richmond Barracks
Location: Richmond Barracks, Inchicore
Date & Time: Saturday at 10am - 3pm
A day dedicated to singing, community and performance in one of Dublin’s best cultural spaces. Richmond Barracks continue to quietly put on some brilliant events.
Art on Fire – Hakuda Photo Studio
Location: Hakuda Photo Studio
Date & Time: Saturday @ Noon
A creative photography-focused event blending visuals, atmosphere and experimentation. One for people who like seeing something a bit different from the usual gallery setup.
The9to5Face – For Makeup Lovers
Location: Starbucks Ballsbridge
Date & Time: Sunday at Noon
Beauty, makeup and community all rolled into one. Expect tutorials, chats, tips and a good social atmosphere whether you’re fully obsessed with makeup or just curious.
HLG Offsite: Basic Talks – Pathos
Location: NCAD in the Harry Clarke Auditorium
Date & Time: Friday at 1
Another strong event from the Hugh Lane team. These talks are always approachable and make contemporary art feel far less intimidating.
Go to the talk, grab a spot of lunch in Space Jaru and head back to the office! Perfect friday vibes.
Outdoor Walking Tour: Poetry in Motion
Location: Farmleigh House
Date & Time: Sunday at 11:30am
Part walking tour, part poetry experience. A slower-paced wander through the government buildings with literature and storytelling woven into it.
Meet at the Motor House Reception in Farmleigh courtyard.
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The Savour Series: Picnic in the Park
Location: Red Stables Market in St. Annes Park
Date & Time: 10am on Saturday
A social picnic setup with food, chats and community vibes. Feels very “main character in Dublin during the sunny weekend” energy.
Great market with tonnes of delicious food stalls, get there early and raid the Bread41 mini van!
Transcendence – Collage Demonstration
Location: Duke Street Gallery
Date & Time: Saturday at 2pm
A live collage and mixed-media demonstration exploring creative process and visual storytelling. Nice low-pressure creative event.
FACERE Craft Market & Fun Fair
Location: The Turks Head
Date & Time: Sunday 1 - 6pm
Craft stalls, handmade goods, activities and a bit of chaos in the best way. Good option if you want a relaxed afternoon wandering around local traders.
You don’t need to book a ticket, but you get an extra entry to the raffle if you do!
Pedal Party – Family Fun Cycle
Location: Haydens Lane in Lucan
Date & Time: Sunday 10:30am
A family-friendly community cycle around the city. Expect music, colour and a nice easy-going atmosphere.
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